Recording Laws
One-Party Consent
West Virginia is a one-party consent state. One party's consent is sufficient for recording.
Statute: W. Va. Code § 62-1D-3
Can Record Police: Yes (in public)
Penalties: Felony; 1-5 years imprisonment
Stop and Identify
No ID Requirement
No state statute requiring identification
Immigration Policy
Anti-Sanctuary State
West Virginia bans sanctuary policies.
ICE Cooperation: Full Cooperation
State Resources
State Bar Association
https://www.wvbar.org/Legal Aid
https://www.lawv.net/Remember in West Virginia
- ✓ You always have the right to remain silent
- ✓ You can record police in public spaces
- ✓ You do not have to consent to a search
- ✓ If arrested, say "I want a lawyer"